Making the Case for Jewish Ritual
September 1, 2022
We need to remember that the same culture many Jews still claim to love, and in which they continue to take great pride, is steeped in the practice of Jewish ritual.
Roberta Rosenthal Kwall
Roberta Rosenthal Kwall is the Raymond P. Niro Professor at DePaul University College of Law. She is the author of “Remix Judaism: Transmitting Tradition in a Diverse World” (Rowman & Littlefield, 2020), “The Myth of the Cultural Jew” (Oxford University Press, 2015) and “The Soul of Creativity” (Stanford University Press, 2010).
Four “G” Words We Need in 2022
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“My Unorthodox Life” Doesn’t Tell You That Orthodox Jewish Women Are Rocking the World of Jewish Law
July 21, 2021
“My Unorthodox Life” may be just entertainment for many viewers, but its skewed representation undermines the achievements of many Orthodox women and creates negative perceptions that hurt not only the Orthodox but also all Jews.
Life Interrupted: Pandemic Life Parallels Jewish Mourning
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During the earliest weeks of lockdown, I felt as though everyone I knew was sitting shiva together.
Religious Observance Is An Asset, Regardless of The Faith
April 20, 2020
Religious-based activities not only help preserve distinct cultural-religious traditions but also has been shown to afford important personal benefits to individuals and families.
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